This is a well-made sparkler that could fool some into believing it’s champagne. It has a pale straw colour with an active mousse and small bubbles. Boasting an apple and citrus nose, it is medium-bodied with apple and green pineapple flavours. Good length.
Food match: aperitif; grilled fish
Wolf Blass Yellow Label Sparkling Brut, Australia, $17.95. LCBO #649996
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